Gut Health
Everything You Need to KnowEmbark on a journey into the extraordinary world of gut health, where trillions of microscopic allies form a bustling community within you. Picture your gut as a vibrant city, its streets teeming with busy commuters – the bacteria, viruses, and fungi that make up your gut microbiome. This bustling metropolis isn't just about digestion; it's a pulsating hub of activity influencing your well-being.
Consider your gut as the control centre, orchestrating a symphony of digestion, absorption, and communication. These microscopic citizens aren't freeloaders; they're essential workers maintaining order in your internal cityscape. The gut-brain connection acts as a high-speed information highway, where your gut communicates with your brain, affecting everything from mood to stress levels.
Your gut is more than a mere food processor; it's a mood conductor and a wise advisor. Ever experienced a gut feeling? That's your internal sage whispering insights. However, this delicate balance can be disrupted by unwelcome guests like a poor diet or stress, turning your gut city into a chaotic mess.
Become the mayor of your gutropolis by nourishing it with fibre-rich foods, prebiotics, and probiotics. Treat your gut with the reverence it deserves, and you'll witness a harmonious coexistence with the microscopic citizens shaping your internal world. Cheers to a thriving and resilient gut!
There are little things we can do that can make big changes to our digestive health. From simply chewing and breaking down our food into small pieces, to keeping on top of our hydration.
Keep things moving on the inside with fibre. Loads of veggies, fruits and whole grains can help clear our digestive tract and keep our intestines happy.
Exercise, exercise, exercise. A little movement goes a long way. Exercise stimulates digestion and helps prevent constipation. Even a short walk after meals can do wonders.
From smaller portion sizes to stress management, to getting enough z’s — small lifestyle changes, can make a big improvement when it comes to how we digest.
Keep your gut in a good mood with plenty of fibre, plenty of water, probiotics and exercise.
Probiotics have live microorganisms intended to maintain and improve the “good bacteria” in your gut. If you don’t already, try introducing fermented foods such as yoghurt, kefir and sauerkraut into your diet — your gut bacteria will love you for it.
Vitamins, minerals and healthy bacteria can help support your digestive system. Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Stay topped up with Calcium & Magnesium tablets — two essential micronutrients.
Digestion capsules are a blend of healthy bacteria and chloride. Each capsule has a unique blend of friendly bacteria, lactobacillus, along with chloride which produces hydrochloric acid in the stomach to help break down your food.
Simple lifestyle changes can help aid digestion and keep things moving. Your diet is a good start — we’re talking all the vegetables, fruits and whole grains to help clear our digestive tract and keep our insides happy.
Vitamins and minerals are a good addition to your diet. Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes.
Movement is another way to aid digestion and prevent constipation. Even short walks after a meal can be a massive help.
Think of prebiotics as the tasty snacks that keep the good bacteria in your gut happy and thriving.
In a way, prebiotics are like the nourishing fuel that helps maintain a healthy balance in your gut microbiome.
Foods like garlic, onions, bananas, and whole grains are loaded with these prebiotics, giving your gut buddies the TLC they need.
Probiotics have live microorganisms intended to maintain or improve the “good bacteria” in your gut.
Fermented foods are rich in probiotics. Yogurt is one of the best sources of probiotics but other foods such as sauerkraut, kefir and tempeh are other tasty sources of probiotics.
Bloating, don’t we hate it. The most common reason we might bloat is from having a lot of gas in your gut. This can be caused by the food and drink we eat, or simply swallowing too much air.
It can also be something we face when we’re constipated or have a food intolerance. It’s always best to check with a health professional if you have any worries about your gut.
You may have heard the words thrown around a bit recently. But gut health is simply that. Looking after the health of our gut. Sometimes it can be forgotten about, but a healthy and happy gut can help fight fatigue, illness and inflammation throughout the body.